Uttar Keshabpur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Uttar Keshabpur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 30.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Ramkrishnapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uttar Keshabpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uttar Keshabpur is 310850. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.18 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode. Balurghat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Uttar Keshabpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Uttar Keshabpur
As per Census 2011, Uttar Keshabpur village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 275 males and 261 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 414 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 150 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Uttar Keshabpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 275 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 414 | 218 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 57 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Uttar Keshabpur
Uttar Keshabpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Uttar Keshabpur
Uttar Keshabpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balurghat to Uttar Keshabpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Uttar Keshabpur is about 30.4 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uttar Keshabpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uttar Keshabpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Uttar Keshabpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uttar Keshabpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Uttar Keshabpur
Where is Uttar Keshabpur located?
Uttar Keshabpur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Uttar Keshabpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uttar Keshabpur is Ramkrishnapur.
What is the pincode of Uttar Keshabpur?
The pincode of Uttar Keshabpur is 733141.
What is the population of Uttar Keshabpur?
Uttar Keshabpur has a total population of 536, including 275 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Uttar Keshabpur?
There are 122 households in Uttar Keshabpur.
What is the literacy rate in Uttar Keshabpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uttar Keshabpur is 77.24%. Male literacy is 79.27% and female literacy is 75.10%.